Residents react to closing of convent

January 16, 2014

By

Amy Cherry

Photo by Amy Cherry â€“ The chapel inside St. Joseph Monastery has been a site of prayer and reflection for the Benedictine Sisters of Elk County throughout its 160 year history.

ST. MARYS â€“ Following the recent announcement of the closing of St. Joseph Monastery in St. Marys current and former area residents have voiced their reaction to the news, a majority of which are of sadness and disappointment paired with fond memories of The Benedictine Sisters of Elk County and their contributions to the community.